Boston Public Health Commission·Roxbury, Massachusetts
The counselor will conduct intake assessments, facilitate psycho-educational groups, and provide individual substance use counseling and treatment planning. They are also responsible for coordinating wraparound services and maintaining documentation for compliance and billing.
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in psychology or social services and at least 5 years of experience treating substance use disorders. LADAC I/II or CADAC certifications and bilingual skills in English and Spanish are strongly preferred.
Market context
In Massachusetts, behavioral health employers often look for licensed or license-eligible clinicians with experience supporting at-risk youth and families, so demand tends to stay steady for candidates who can work across settings and age groups. These roles can be competitive because employers usually want a master’s degree, a clear licensure path, and practical experience; review the summarized requirements and benefits here, which are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and tailor your application to youth and family work.
